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Bethany and I went and saw “Stranger Than Fiction” last night, and we were both very impressed. I think for me, I’m always drawn to movies that have to do with writing and literature. There is something very attractive to me about these kinds of films. For instance, I highly enjoy films like “Dead Poet’s Society” and “Finding Forrester”. Maybe it’s because I like learning about the English language, or even that I appreciate great writing, which all of these films have. “Stranger Than Fiction” combined both a movie and a book. (Please don’t worry, I won’t spoil any of the movie for you, I’m not of those types). It was the kind of film that you just watch and are happy as you watch it. The characters are so well written, and the actors well chosen, and you find yourself highly engaged with emotions of the characters. It’s not like watching an action film, or sci-fi where you almost disconnect from what’s happening, this film is really about the common man. That’s what I think all of these more literature driven movies have in common: the common man effect. We can appreciate when the characters are just like we are. They don’t have some super power or crazy job, but they are just a part of their own life story. That’s what made “Stranger Than Fiction” so good. It just had great dialogue, which was very simple and pointed. In fact, it was so good, that it made want to write about it, so there ya go. I guess if you are a reader, writer, or just appreciate movies with good writing, you should really go check out this film, I highly recommend it.

According to the news, some guy “flew the coop” today in my area. Basically, some dude esacaped from a local detention facility near my town.

I thought it was fitting that they include this message on the road signs because of this event.

Guy: “.. So, what did we learn?…”
Kids: “… Don’t smoke crack!…”
Guy: “…Good!…”
Posted by Shay at 4:08 PM

Long and Winding Road, originally uploaded by shaycam.

I’ve been having a lot of crazy dreams the past few nights. Two nights ago it was about how I road in a boat all the way to Norway, but across the ocean I could see America. I remember being really frustrated because I forgot my camera in the U.S. But I remember as well riding around and looking at all faces of kids and people who barely spoke English, though some of them did speak English. While riding around I started to remember as well that I forgot to get a passport. I couldn’t believe that they even let me into the country. It was kind of crazy to say the least.

Last night was even more weird. It was like I was trapped in my adult body, but was acting like a child. The dream was complete with my in-laws, random bullies that I thought were from my childhood, and pretty much anyone that was important to me in this life. At one point I seriously thought I was a child. I was like screaming and complaining about every little thing that was going on. Putting my head in to a pillow or yelling at people was common in this dream. But the weirdest part was that my brain made up a Kiefer Sutherland movie. I remember (in my dream) watching a movie about Kiefer as a little kid who had some random experience which made him think he was hero and when he grew up he actually becomes a hero. I know that such a movie doesn’t actually exist, but my dream was vivid!

I don’t exactly know why I’m dreaming so much lately. I assume it’s because I have been taking medicine for my current illness, but these dreams are too real. That’s what I don’t like about dreams, it’s like sometimes you go places and see things that you probably wouldn’t otherwise go or see… then you wake up. I can’t help thinking, “darnit!.. I really was digging on Norway.. that place was cool…” and then of course I wake up. So depressing. Ah, whatever. It’s not a big deal, they are just dreams. Dream away.
Posted by Shay at 10:01 AM

Since I grew up with these guys and they are some of my favorite people, I thought this video by Clayton of the band Dizmas was appropriate for today’s blog. They are currently recording their new record and more videos of their recording sessions can be found by clicking here. Peace.

the hurting tree, originally uploaded by shaycam.

I’m a little bit tired right now, but I felt the urge to blog a bit. I went and got my hair cut today, which makes me happy. Sometimes I just can’t take it getting all crazy and long. Often I think that I am going to grow it out, but that never happens.

But beyond getting my hair cut I spent some time walking today. There is this place that I have always wanted to go check out right near my apartment and I finally grabbed my camera and went over there. Apparently it’s a pretty happening place, because it has trash can, parking spaces, and even a drinking fountain. It’s kind of hard to explain, but it’s nice, and it makes you feel like you’ve gone someplace that few people go, but really I think lots of people go there. As I said, I brought my camera along and I snapped a few pics along the way. If you get some time in the next few weeks, go take a walk, because I’m telling you, the year is almost over. Yeah, we’re still 2 months out, but these are going to blow by and we’re going to forget Fall.